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Forest Supervisor's Office (8a-4:30p M-F)
2800 Ocoee Street N
Cleveland TN 37312
(423) 476-9700
(423) 476-9721 (Fax) PLEASE NOTE: This is an information and administrative office located in Cleveland, TN and is not actually in the forest.
Located at the entrance to the Starr Mountain and Chestnut Mountain Horse Trails, this campground features 20 roomy campsites, each with a picnic table, fire ring, lantern post and horse hitching area (high line). The sites accommodate up to five people and 2 vehicles. There is a public water supply and vault toilet facilities.
At a Glance
Area Amenities:
Tent camping,Camping trailer,Fee charged for some activities,Picnic tables,Toilets,Drinking water,Parking
Fees
$15.00 for single site (20 sites)
Restrictions:
Food storage restrictions apply at all areas on the Cherokee National Forest. All food and beverages must be stored in an approved bear-proof container, your locked vehicle or hard-sided camper at all times unless being eaten, prepared, or transported.
Maximum of 5 people and 2 vehicles at each site.
Closest Towns:
Benton, TN
Water:
Drinking Water
Restroom:
Vault toilets
Operated By:
US Forest Service
General Information
Directions: From Hwy. 64/411 intersection go north on 411 approximately 12 miles, turn right at the Gee Creek Campground sign. Go approximately 1 mile, turn left just past the State Park Office, cross the railroad tracks, campground is to the left.
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